DO SOMETHING FOR YOURSELF AND YOUR COUNTRY

REASONS TO JOIN 02

OUR PURPOSE 04

WHO’S IN THE ARMY RESERVE? 06

WHAT YOU’LL DO 10

COMMITMENT 12

WIDE CHOICE OF JOBS 16

A REWARDING ROLE FOR EVERYONE 18

WORLD-CLASS TRAINING 22

EMPLOYER BENEFITS 26

ELIGIBILITY CHECK 32

HOW TO JOIN 34

TAKE THE NEXT STEP 36

REASONS TO JOIN 02

OUR PURPOSE 04

WHO’S IN THE ARMY RESERVE? 06

WHAT YOU’LL DO 10

COMMITMENT 12

WIDE CHOICE OF JOBS 16

A REWARDING ROLE FOR EVERYONE 18

WORLD-CLASS TRAINING 22

EMPLOYER BENEFITS 26

ELIGIBILITY CHECK 32

HOW TO JOIN 34

TAKE THE NEXT STEP 36

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REASONS TO JOINWHY PEOPLE LIKE YOU CHOOSE THE ARMY RESERVE

The satisfaction of ‘giving

something back’

Tax-free pay

Working with the Regular Army

Career progression

Convenient local service

Exciting new experiences

Leadership opportunities

Rewarding work beyond your

day job

Interstate and overseas travel

Opportunities to improve your

fitness

Supportive team

environment

New friendships and unique

camaraderie

World-class training

Flexible part-time

commitment

Variety and adventure

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OUR PURPOSEREWARDING WORK THAT MAKES A DIFFERENCE THE ARMY RESERVE HELPS DEFEND OUR COUNTRY,

PROTECTING ITS INTERESTS, PRINCIPLES AND PEOPLE. IT ALSO PROVIDES SUPPORT TO COMMUNITIES IN NEED,

BOTH LOCALLY AND ACROSS THE WORLD.

The Reserve does this by supporting the Regular Army with part-time soldiers and officers who work alongside their full-time colleagues. Reservists are ready to serve in a fully-trained military capacity if and when Australia needs them.

Reserve activities range from helping communities affected by natural disasters to providing security at events of national significance,

such as the Commonwealth Games.

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WHO’S IN THE RESERVE?PEOPLE WHO WANT MORE OUT OF LIFE

ALMOST ANY AUSTRALIAN ADULT CAN JOIN THE ARMY RESERVE, ENJOYING A PART-TIME ROLE

THAT ADDS A FULFILLING EXTRA DIMENSION TO THEIR WEEKLY ROUTINE.

IN THE RESERVE YOU’LL FIND:

Everyday Australians who want to do something

different and worthwhile in contrast to their civilian jobs.

Resourceful tradespeople including plumbers, electricians, mechanics and carpenters, who want to gain

new skills and experience in a dynamic team environment.

Ambitious professionals working in the fields of health, law, engineering

and religious ministry, who seek rewarding new avenues for

their qualifications.

Aspiring business professionals and managers who wish to boost

their career prospects with world-class leadership

and management training.

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“ IT’S GETTING ME OUT OF MY COMFORT ZONE, IT’S PUSHING ME FURTHER.”MELISSA ADMINISTRATION ASSISTANT

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WHAT YOU’LL DOACTION AND ADVENTURE IN A PART-TIME ROLE

HOW YOU SPEND YOUR TIME IN THE ARMY RESERVE WILL DEPEND ON YOUR ROLE AND RANK AND YOUR AVAILABILITY.

You’ll go away for initial soldier or officer training,

which is an adventure in itself (see page 22).

You’ll generally parade one night a week and may have a

training weekend once a month.

You may be involved in major exercises that could take place

anywhere in Australia.

If available and willing, you could travel overseas in support of operations.

Your primary responsibility will be to support Army capability

in your chosen job. You could be providing medical or legal services or working in a trade, technology

or engineering job, or supplementing full-time resources in a combat role.

Once you’ve completed your initial employment training,

much of your time will be spent serving at your local unit carrying

out a variety of tasks.

Your unit will run a two-week camp once a year, engaging in live

training and gaining military skills such as weapons handling.

You could be called upon to assist communities

affected by natural disasters, both here and abroad.

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COMMITMENT FLEXIBLE WAYS TO SERVE

WHEN YOU JOIN THE ARMY RESERVE YOUR COMMITMENT IS FLEXIBLE AND YOU’RE NOT LOCKED INTO AN INITIAL MINIMUM PERIOD OF SERVICE.

Initial training length varies based on your chosen role,

but is 35 days for most positions.

Your commitment could involve an evening each week serving at your local Army unit and/or

a number of weekends or extended periods away.

Once trained, you will normally be expected to serve a minimum

of 20 days per year.

Deployments are voluntary so if you choose to stay local,

there are plenty of ways to make a difference closer to home.

IT’S IMPORTANT THAT YOUR RESERVE ACTIVITIES FIT IN WITH YOUR WORK, SOCIAL AND FAMILY COMMITMENTS.

So if, for example, you have exams or an important sporting competition, it’s possible to organise time off with your supervisor.

The Army Reserve will work with you to balance the life you enjoy now with your new part-time career.

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ALASDAIR ARMOURED OFFICER

“ THE TRAINING THAT YOU GET IN THE ARMY RESERVE, PARTICULARLY AS AN OFFICER, IS SECOND TO NONE.”

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WIDE CHOICE OF JOBSARE YOU AN OFFICER OR A SOLDIER?

THERE’S A JOB IN THE ARMY RESERVE THAT MATCHES YOUR SKILLS, UALIFICATIONS AND AMBITIONS. ALL ROLES OFFER THE OPPORTUNITY TO MOVE UP THE RANKS INTO INCREASED LEVELS OF RESPONSIBILITY AND LEADERSHIP.

You’ll be adept at decision-making and tactical thinking,

with qualities of courage, determination and integrity.

You can gain leadership and management skills in a military role

(such as infantry and cavalry) as a Army Officer, or practice

your current profession such as healthcare, law or engineering as a Specialist Service Officer.

OFFICERS ARE OUR LEADERS AND MANAGERS

You’ll be hard working, practical and resourceful, able to carry

out the everyday tasks and functions the Army relies on to operate effectively.

You can train in a military role (such as artillery and armoured),

or apply your existing trade or technical skills to rewarding new challenges.

SOLDIERS ARE OUR TRADE EXPERTS

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A REWARDING ROLE FOR EVERYONEALMOST EVERY ROLE IN THE ARMY CAN BE UNDERTAKEN ON A PART-TIME BASIS.

THERE ARE NO GENDER RESTRICTIONS AND THE ARMY BELIEVES IN E UAL OPPORTUNITIES AND STRENGTH IN DIVERSITY.

The helicopter pilots, technicians, engineers and ground crew

who support the Army’s aviation capability.

AVIATION

The Infantry Soldiers, gunners, artillery operators, armoured vehicle

drivers and officers who work at the forefront of Army operations.

The administrators, lawyers, finance professionals and teachers who manage

the business end of the Army.

COMBAT AND SECURITY

BUSINESS AND ADMIN

The technicians, operators and intelligence staff who keep

the Army informed and well connected.

COMMUNICATIONS, IT AND INTELLIGENCE

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The doctors, dentists, surgeons, nurses, allied health practitioners and chaplains who look after the Army’s physical, emotional and

spiritual health.

HEALTHCARE, SCIENCE AND CHAPLAINCY

The aerospace, electrical, mechanical, civil and software

engineers who keep the Army at peak capability.

ENGINEERING

The drivers, dispatchers, supply chain specialists, cooks and musicians who keep the Army provisioned.

LOGISTICS, HOSPITALITY AND SUPPORT

The leaders, managers, mentors, planners and decision makers who

manage the work and wellbeing of Army soldiers.

OFFICERS AND MANAGEMENT

The electricians, plumbers, carpenters and technicians who provide the Army

with essential services.

TRADES

TO LOCATE YOUR LOCAL ARMY RESERVE UNIT AND VIEW THE ROLES

AVAILABLE, VISIT:DEFENCEJOBS.GOV.AU/

ARMYRESERVE

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WORLD-CLASS TRAININGLEARN TO FULFIL YOUR POTENTIAL

IN THE ARMY RESERVE YOU’LL BENEFIT FROM A BLEND OF FITNESS, MILITARY AND EMPLOYMENT TRAINING, E UIPPING YOU WITH NEW SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE BEYOND YOUR DAY JOB. ARMY TRAINING IS HIGHLY REGARDED IN BUSINESS AND WILL BENEFIT YOUR WHOLE CAREER.

35-day initial training course.

Initial Employment Training conducted over a three-year period.

Focuses on leadership and management skills, including problem solving and decision making.

Covers military areas such as operational tactics, navigation and weapons handling.

Leads to specialisation in a Corps such as Armoured, Artillery, Infantry, Intelligence, Engineering, Signals and Transport.

ARMY OFFICER TRAINING

26-day module plus 16-day module.

For those qualified in a profession such as healthcare, finance, law, chaplaincy, aviation, engineering or education.

Covers leadership and management as well as general military duties.

SPECIALIST SERVICE OFFICER TRAINING

35-day initial training course.

Covers fitness, team work, time management, drill, weapons, combat, first aid, field craft and more.

Followed by employment training relevant to your role, completed in one block or in a series of modules.

SOLDIER TRAINING

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JONATHON ARMOURED OFFICER

“ WEARING THIS UNIFORM, KNOWING WHO HAS WORN IT BEFORE YOU, IT’S A GREAT HONOUR.”

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EMPLOYER BENEFITSIT PAYS TO HAVE A RESERVIST IN YOUR RANKS

OVER A THOUSAND BUSINESSES HAVE ALREADY DISCOVERED THAT ARMY RESERVISTS

MAKE EXCELLENT EMPLOYEES.

YOUR EMPLOYER WILL:

Benefit from your vocational training and character development.

Enjoy higher corporate status for supporting Australia’s defence interests.

Be able to apply for financial compensation for prolonged absences on Army duty.

Be invited to experience the Army Reserve for themselves on Discovery Days.

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Leadership and management

Objective decision making

Planning and prioritisation

Time and resource management

Incident management

Your employer will be obliged to release you for Army Reserve duty. This is something they will be happy to do when you tell them about all the benefits.

For a downloadable employer handbook, plus advice on how to approach your manager about your ambition to become a Reservist, go to:

defencejobs.gov.au/armyreserve

Team spirit

Positivity and a focus on goals

Self-discipline and self-reliance

Initiative and resourcefulness

Adherence to high standards

SKILLS YOU’LL TAKE BACK TO YOUR DAY JOB

APPROACHING YOUR EMPLOYER

UALITIES YOUR WORK WILL BENEFIT FROM

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DANIELA ADMINISTRATION ASSISTANT

“ IF YOU PUT YOUR MIND TO IT AND TRAIN UP TO YOUR GOALS, IT’S ALWAYS ACHIEVABLE.”

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ELIGIBILITY CHECKWHAT YOU’LL NEED TO JOIN

EDUCATIONSpecific requirements vary by role.

Minimum Year 10 completion with passes in English and Maths

Some roles require appropriate qualifications and experience

FIND MORE ON ENTRY RE UIREMENTS AT:

DEFENCEJOBS.GOV.AU/ ARMYRESERVE

DID YOU KNOW?The fitness levels required to join the Army Reserve are not as high as many

applicants think, and are well within most people’s capability.Download the ADF Active app

for a personal assessment and fitness program.

FITNESSPre-entry Fitness

Assessment requires:

FEMALES8 push-ups

45 sit-ups

7.5 shuttle run score

MALES15 push-ups

45 sit-ups

7.5 shuttle run score

AGE 17 to 55 for most jobs

(53 for trade jobs)

NATIONALITYAustralian Citizen

Permanent Resident (eligible to apply for Citizenship)

OR

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HOW TO JOINBECOME A RESERVIST IN SEVEN SIMPLE STEPS

CHOOSE A JOB OR JOBSFind Army Reserve roles offered in your area at

defencejobs.com.au/armyreserve

APPLY ONLINE OR CALL 13 19 01You’ll need to provide your contact details,

academic achievements and job preferences.

ATTEND A YOUR OPPORTUNITIES UNLIMITED (YOU) SESSIONTalk about the role(s) with a Careers Coach

at your local Defence Force Recruiting Centre, take an aptitude test and complete a medical questionnaire.

ATTEND AN ASSESSMENT SESSIONTake a medical assessment and attend psychological

and ADF interviews to have your leadership, teamwork and other areas of potential assessed.

(OFFICER ROLES ONLY) ATTEND OFFICER SELECTIONBe interviewed by a panel of officers

and a psychologist, and participate in group and individual activities to have your

employment potential assessed in more detail.

TAKE A FITNESS TESTDuring the Pre-entry Fitness Assessment you

will need to demonstrate you can do 15 push-ups for males or 8 for females plus 45 sit-ups,

and achieve a shuttle run score of 7.5.

ATTEND APPOINTMENT DAYHave a final medical check, join family and friends for the welcome ceremony, then start an exciting

new part-time career in the Army Reserve.

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